The Washington Wizards pulled off a stunning upset against the Denver Nuggets, thanks to a clutch performance from Jordan Poole.

Despite being heavy underdogs, the Wizards fought back from a 16-point deficit to tie the game late in the fourth quarter.

With just four seconds left on the clock and the score tied at 123-123, Poole stepped up and drained a deep three-pointer from the wing to seal a 126-123 victory.

Nikola Jokic’s desperate heave at the buzzer fell short, securing the win for Washington.

Fans were quick to celebrate Poole’s heroics on social media. @hoopsenjoyer515 exclaimed, “Poole Party in the mile-high, get your life jackets, he’s going in from the deep!” Others drew comparisons to Russell Westbrook’s iconic game-winner against the Nuggets in 2016. This time, however, it was Westbrook—now playing for Denver—who had to endure the heartbreak instead of delivering it.

Some fans were left in disbelief by the outcome. @worldofwreck reacted, “What? Jordan Poole for the win in Denver… did I read that right?” Sean Barnard also chimed in, praising Poole’s boldness: “Jordan Poole is a psycho for that being the shot selection, but that is why he is Jordan Poole.”

Poole finished the game with 19 points on an efficient 7-of-11 shooting, along with six assists, a steal, and a block.

While Poole’s game-winner stole the spotlight, rookie Alex Sarr had a breakout performance, exploding for 34 points in his best game as a Wizard.

The Wizards, now 15-51, are far removed from playoff contention. However, strong performances from their young core, like Sarr’s standout night, offer hope for the future.

Washington’s next game is against the Portland Trail Blazers, where they’ll look to build on this thrilling victory. For now, the spotlight remains on Poole, whose audacious shot secured one of the most memorable wins of the Wizards’ season.

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James continues to defy age, playing at an All-NBA level in his 22nd season at 40 years old.

With the addition of rising star Luka Doncic, James might even extend his career further by reducing his offensive workload.

However, the four-time NBA champion is currently sidelined with a groin strain, which has disrupted his rhythm on both ends of the court.

This season, James is averaging an impressive 25 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 8.5 assists while shooting 51.7% from the field and 38.4% from three-point range.

These numbers suggest the Lakers could make a deep playoff run if James maintains this level of play alongside Doncic.

But while James is known for his dominance on the court, actor Jason Sudeikis recently shared a funny story about scoring on the NBA legend during a rehearsal for Saturday Night Live. Speaking on the New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce podcast, Sudeikis recounted the moment:

“There is a sketch that we did, characters Bill and I did a couple of times. Where I play a stagehand, who is kind of a dick to people. We did it to Julia Louis-Dreyfus, we did it with Paul Rudd, and we did it with LeBron. In the sketch, I challenged him to one-on-one. In rehearsal, I did go by him and then went up, and he didn’t know I was going to do a reverse layup. And I did score on him on an 8-foot goal. Oh yeah, he was 100% [trying]. Oh yeah, yeah, yeah, he was definitely trying, you can’t turn that off. It was funny because Don Roy King, who was our director at the time, who I just saw at the 50th [SNL special], came up and literally brought it up. He goes, ‘If you ever need someone to vouch for this, I know it happened.’ Like thank you, it sucks being the one telling this, you know keeping this apocryphal story alive. You know, I’d prefer it to be someone else, but so be it.”

Not many people can claim they’ve scored on the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, but Sudeikis is now part of that exclusive group.

The actor humorously admitted he’ll likely keep this story alive for years to come, especially since it happened during a rehearsal.

LeBron James: Lakers Can Compete with Anyone, But Not at Celtics’ Level Yet

Following the blockbuster trade for Luka Doncic, many doubted the Lakers’ ability to contend this season. However, those doubts began to fade as the team went on an eight-game winning streak.

Despite the momentum, the Lakers’ streak was snapped by a loss to the Boston Celtics, the reigning NBA champions.

After the game, LeBron James acknowledged that the Lakers can compete with any team but admitted they aren’t quite on the Celtics’ level yet.

James’ comments highlight the Lakers’ potential while also recognizing the work needed to reach the elite status of teams like Boston.

With James and Doncic leading the way, the Lakers remain a formidable force, but they’ll need to elevate their game to truly challenge the league’s best.

Since joining the Golden State Warriors on February 8, 2025, Jimmy Butler III has wasted no time making his presence felt.

In just over a month, the Warriors have gone 13-2, the second-best record in the NBA during that span, including a six-game winning streak leading into their matchup against the New York Knicks on Saturday.

Before Butler’s arrival, Golden State struggled when its stars weren’t on the floor. The Warriors were outscored by 90 points without Stephen Curry and by 98 when Draymond Green was off the court. But since Butler’s debut, those numbers have flipped—the team is now +33 without Curry and +39 without Green showcasing his immediate impact on both ends of the floor.

This isn’t the first time Butler has provided an instant boost. His adaptability and leadership have made him a game-changer from day one at every stop in his career. Let’s take a look at how he made his mark in his first month with each of his previous teams.

Chicago Bulls (2011-12 Season)

Drafted 30th overall in 2011, Butler entered the league in a lockout-shortened season and saw limited playing time off the bench. He averaged 2.7 points, 1.2 rebounds, and 0.3 assists in his first month.

Despite Butler’s modest stats, the Derrick Rose-led Bulls started strong, going 11-4 in Butler’s first 15 games. Chicago finished the season 50-16, earning the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference for the second straight year.

Minnesota Timberwolves (2017-18 Season)

In June 2017, Butler was traded to Minnesota, reuniting with former Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau and joining young stars Andrew Wiggins and Karl-Anthony Towns.

Butler made his Timberwolves debut on October 18, 2017, and quickly became the team’s leader, averaging 16.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 4.3 assists in his first month. Minnesota went 10-5 during that stretch, setting the tone for their best season in over a decade.

With Butler leading the way, the Timberwolves finished 47-35, snapping their 13-year playoff drought, which was the longest in the NBA at the time.

Philadelphia 76ers (2018-19 Season)

On November 12, 2018, Butler was traded to Philadelphia and made his debut two days later.

In his first month with the 76ers, he averaged 18.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 2.8 assists, helping Philadelphia to an 11-4 record in that span.

One of Butler’s standout performances came on November 25 against the Brooklyn Nets, when he erupted for 34 points and 12 rebounds, sealing a 127-125 victory with a clutch game-winning three-pointer with just 2.3 seconds left.

The Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons-led 76ers went on to finish 51-31, securing the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference.

Miami Heat (2019-20 Season)

Butler signed with Miami on July 6, 2019, and made an immediate impact. In his first 15 games, he averaged 18.8 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 6.3 assists, helping the Heat start 12-3.

His leadership and gritty play helped shape the Heat’s identity, ultimately leading them to the NBA Finals in the 2020 Bubble Season, despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

A History of Quick Impact

Wherever Butler has gone, his toughness, leadership, and two-way play have turned teams around almost instantly. Now, with the Warriors surging, he’s proving once again that his presence alone can change a team’s fortunes.

As Golden State continues its playoff push, Butler’s first-month magic may be just the beginning of another deep postseason run.